oral steroids-
 

I am working on a potential story for NPR about the harmful effects of oral steroids. If you or someone you know has been affected by taking oral steroids I would like to hear your story.

I know this can be a very delicate and sensitive matter. All information will be held in confidence.

thank you for your time and I look forward to hearing from you soon

Daniel

Hi Daniel

I have MS and have taken Oral Steroids in the past. I have also been on IV Steroids (methylprednisolone) over the past 7 years...let me know if I can help with your story. I am not quite sure what you need. Feel free to send me a Private Message for more information.

HI Daniel,

IN the past I took a high dose of steroids for about 4 months for an autoimmune illness. Took over a year for my adrenals to recover. Please let me know if there is anything specific you would like to know.

In the past I have taken IV solumedrol, oral prednisone, and more recently I have been consuming my solumedrol orally in orange juice (affectionately known as a "solumedrol smoothie").

Have I been "affected" by taking oral steriods? You bet! Positively. My doctor and I plan to treat my MS with oral solumedrol every three months. The hope is that this treatment will keep me "thinking" clearly and functioning in society.

But why do I think this isn't really what you're looking for?

Hi, Daniel! :Wave-Hello: Welcome to NeuroTalk!

If you are referring to oral prednisone dosepacks, my only issue with taking it is my appetite; it makes me willing to eat anything and everything— I've even caught myself eyeing furniture and shoes! ;)

I've had many rounds of IVSM and it really doesn't faze me in any notable way.

Hi daniel and Welcome to NeuroTalk. I have taken the oral Roids, *med pro packs, I think*. Unlike Cindy, I completely lost my appetite while on them and would lose a few pounds... Haven't taken them for a while, but my Dr wanted me to....

*hide your heirloom furniture* :D
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